Temporary Associate Counselor - Perinatal
Job Description
About the Role
Join Janus of Santa Cruz as a Perinatal Counselor – M-F Schedule in United States.
Key Responsibilities
- being. You will need to be certified as a: RADT SUDRC RAC This is a Monday
- Friday 6:45am
- 3:15pm shift, temporary, with a strong possibility of moving to full
- oriented activities during non
Requirements
- Education: Typically, a minimum of a high school diploma or equivalent is required.
- Additional certifications or coursework in mental health, counseling, or a related field can be beneficial.
- Experience: Previous experience in a healthcare setting, particularly in mental health or perinatal care, is often preferred.
- Experience working with diverse populations and understanding the unique challenges of the perinatal period is valuable.
Benefits & Compensation
- Salary: $52K - $58K
Work Schedule
- Temporary position.
- Day shift only - no nights.
This position offers day shifts only. Work with Janus of Santa Cruz in United States.
Key Skills
Position Insights
Work-Life Balance Analysis
WeekdayDoc's proprietary algorithm rates Temporary Associate Counselor - Perinatal at Janus of Santa Cruz a 6.0 out of 10 for work-life balance — classified as good. This places the position in the top 35% of all Perinatal Mental Health physician listings evaluated on our platform. Contributing factors include no on-call duties, no weekend requirements, no night shifts.
This score reflects a generally positive work environment with some areas for improvement. Clinicians should evaluate scheduling and workload expectations carefully.
Perinatal Mental Health — Physician Career Context
This Perinatal Mental Health position at Janus of Santa Cruz is open to physician candidates.
Physicians (MD/DO) are in high demand across healthcare settings, with growing interest in positions that offer sustainable schedules and reduced administrative burden.
Compensation Analysis
Janus of Santa Cruz lists compensation for this physician position at $52k to $58k annually.
Location & Logistics
This position is based in California.
Why This Position Stands Out
- No on-call requirements — clinicians are completely off-duty after hours
- No weekend shifts — preserving personal and family time
- No night shifts — a daytime-only schedule
- Transparent compensation ($52k–$58k)
Skills, Responsibilities & Benefits
Key skills and qualifications: Emotional Support, Treatment Planning, Crisis Response, Team Collaboration, Record Keeping, Support Group Facilitation, Community Outreach, Customer Service. Candidates with experience in these areas may be especially well-suited for this Perinatal Mental Health role.
Core responsibilities: The Associate Counselor will guide and support clients at the Perinatal Treatment Center, which includes providing emotional support, developing treatment plans, and ensuring compliance with medical standards for pregnant women in recovery. Key duties involve clinical support, therapeutic assistance...
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Work-Life Balance Score
Protective Factors (3)
No on-call (β=6.95; p<0.001 for ↓ exhaustion)
No weekends (57% ↓ work-life conflict)
No nights (Independent predictor ↓ burnout)
Interpretation: Position demonstrates strong burnout protection with 3 validated protective factors.
Job Details
Employment Type
Temporary
Posted
6d ago